| name | cheapclaw-watchdog |
| description | Read CheapClaw watchdog observations and decide whether to inspect logs, fresh a task, ask for user input, or reset the task. |
CheapClaw Watchdog Skill
Use this skill when the trigger reason or panel events indicate watchdog observations, stalled tasks, repeated fresh attempts, or process health anomalies.
Checklist:
- Read the CheapClaw panel and locate conversations/tasks with watchdog observations.
- Inspect task status, latest thinking, final output, log path, and share context path.
- If necessary, read the tail of the log file before deciding.
- Distinguish between quiet-but-alive tasks and truly dead/stalled tasks.
- Prefer reversible actions first: send status message, append clarification, or fresh.
- Only reset a task when the evidence is strong and the loop cannot recover safely.
